Residential & Sleepaway Soccer Camp in New Jersey
Two weeks of overnight soccer camp in 2027: Georgian Court University (July 11–15) and Blair Academy (July 18–22). Five days of full-immersion training.
The program
The MDS Residential Camp is a sleepaway soccer camp in New Jersey. Players live on campus for five days of full-immersion training, with several sessions a day led by experienced MDS coaches and guest coaches. In 2027 there are two camps: Georgian Court University in Lakewood and Blair Academy in Blairstown. Come to one, or both and save. With nothing else to think about, your player can focus completely on their game.
2026 campers only · Friday, November 6 at 11:59 PM
Return camper rate: $1,150 per camp (save $100 a camp, $200 on both)
Came to camp in 2026? Register by Friday, November 6 at 11:59 PM to lock it in. After that it's the standard price.
Summer 2027 · two camps
Pick your week.
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ
Sun, July 11 – Thu, July 15
Boys & girls born 2010–2017 · 5 days, 4 nights
Blair Academy
Blairstown, NJ
Sun, July 18 – Thu, July 22
Boys & girls born 2010–2017 · 5 days, 4 nights
Price per camp
- $1,250
Early birdNow
Book early until Jan 31
- $1,350
Standard
From Feb 1 until Apr 30
- $1,400
Final
From May 1
Return campers
$1,150 per camp
2026 campers who register by Friday, November 6.
Both camps
Save $250
$2,250 for both at early bird.
Siblings
$100 / $200 off
Off the 2nd child, and the 3rd child onward.
Payment plan: $400 deposit per camp when you register, then 3 equal payments on Feb 1, Apr 1, Jun 1, charged automatically. Or pay in full.
What's included
- 4 nights of accommodation in air-conditioned twin rooms
- 5 days of training and activities
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- MDS camp kit: 4 shirts, 1 pair of shorts and a backpack
- 24/7 on-site nurse
Not included
- Transportation to and from camp
- Food and drink outside the scheduled meals
Your family account
After registering you get an MDS family account: upload the health forms and insurance card, see your payment schedule, pay early, update your card, and download the packing list. Family login
Life at camp
Off the field.
Five days living on campus with teammates: meals together, futsal in the gym, common-room downtime, evening games and the famous glow party.
Youth Soccer Residential Camp NJ: Georgian Court University & Blair Academy
The MDS Residential Camp is a five-day, four-night overnight soccer camp in NJ. In summer 2027 it runs twice: at Georgian Court University in Lakewood, Ocean County (July 11–15), and at Blair Academy in Blairstown, Warren County (July 18–22). Players stay on campus, train twice a day, eat in the dining hall and play evening games.
A day camp sends players home every night. An overnight soccer camp in NJ keeps them in a full-time training environment, with no commutes and no wasted time. From Sunday check-in to Thursday check-out, the whole day is built around getting better. Sessions cover technical skills, tactical understanding, position-specific work and small-sided games, all led by experienced MDS coaches.
The camp is open to youth players born between 2010 and 2017, from all clubs across New Jersey and the tri-state area. Players are grouped by age and ability so everyone is challenged at the right level, and the most competitive players can be invited into an elite group. Early bird pricing is $1,250 per camp until January 31, with savings for both camps, siblings and return campers.
What you get
Built to develop players.
Twice-Daily Training
Evening Games
Guest Coaches
Total Immersion
Format
How it works.
Sunday check-in around 2 PM, then an orientation meeting and evening games, so camp starts on Day 1.
Morning and afternoon training sessions Monday to Thursday, with lighter afternoon activities like futsal and soccer tennis.
Evening games Monday to Wednesday, and check-out Thursday around 4 PM.
Goalkeepers get specialized coaching in the morning, then join the outfield players in the afternoon.
Coach-to-player ratios of about 1:15 (U9–U12) and 1:18 (U13–U18), plus camp counselors on site.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, with free time after the last games to unwind.
Every player gets the MDS camp kit (4 shirts, 1 pair of shorts, 1 backpack).
Who it's for
Right for your player?
Players born between 2010 and 2017, from any club in New Jersey and beyond, including Bergen, Ocean, Monmouth and Warren County and the wider tri-state area.
Players who want to train with others at their age and level. Groups are set by age and ability.
The most competitive players, who may be invited into the elite group.
Serious players who want a focused week (or two) of improvement at a sleepaway soccer camp.
Residential & Sleepaway Soccer Camp in New Jersey
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Parent reviews
What families are saying.
“My daughter attended camp for the first time this year and to say she had the best week is an understatement! She had the most positive experience between the campus being wonderful, the coaches and staff were amazing and she probably wouldn't have come home if it were up to her!! Thank you!”
“My son Jonah had a great time. He saw some returning friends and made some new ones. The coaching staff according to my son was great as well.”
“This was our first year coming to the camp. It was my daughter's 1st experience sleeping away. She loved the whole experience and came home a more confident player. The day before she was scheduled to come home, she asked if she can go back next year!”
“My son had an amazing experience, played great soccer and made core memories! As a parent I felt comfortable leaving him in the care of the staff. We would absolutely do this again! Thanks MDS!”
“Our son had a great time. Great coaches and nice variety of drills as well as competitive and fun games. We will definitely send him back again!”
“My son had a great time. Bonded with existing friends and made many new ones. Highly recommend this camp for any player. High quality of training, coaches and staff all around. He can't wait to go back next year.”
“My daughter had a fantastic time, learned a lot, and can't wait to attend the residential camp next year.”
“My boys had a blast, and can't wait to go back next year.”
“The best camp of the year for the kids. They absolutely loved every aspect of the training, dining, after training activities and games and of course the Glow Party!”
“[Our coach] is a fantastic coach and provides insight to where players need to focus on individual growth. Would recommend this camp to any family looking to provide a great experience for their player.”
“My daughter had a great time and learned a lot about herself and soccer. She enjoyed herself and is looking forward to next year.”
“Both my kids had an amazing time at MDS Residential Camp. Quality fellow campers, as well as some of the best trainers the tri-state area and beyond has to offer. Both kids are looking forward to going back in the Summer of 2026.”
“My daughter had a great experience at the MDS camp. Everything was well organized and the food was delicious. She is looking forward to go back next year.”
FAQs
Residential Soccer Camp FAQ
Yes. The MDS Residential Camp is a true sleepaway (overnight) soccer camp in New Jersey. In summer 2027 there are two: Georgian Court University in Lakewood (Sun, July 11 – Thu, July 15) and Blair Academy in Blairstown (Sun, July 18 – Thu, July 22). Players born 2010–2017 stay on campus for 5 days and 4 nights, training twice a day and playing evening games.
Player Development
Why Residential Soccer Camps Help Players Improve Faster
At a residential soccer camp, nothing gets in the way of your player's development. When players live, eat and train in one place, every part of the day builds good habits, from recovery and nutrition to the focus that comes from being around coaches and teammates who take the game seriously.
A weekly training session gives players about an hour on their game before school, homework and everything else take over. An overnight soccer camp changes that. Players train twice a day, play evening games and have coaches around all day, not just during drills.
Sleepaway camp also builds things coaching alone can't: independence, resilience and the ability to perform away from home. Plenty of players arrive at the MDS Residential Camp nervous about being away from family. Within a day or two, most are competing, learning and making friends with their teammates.
Training several times a day gives players a level of repetition that weekly sessions can't match. The progress doesn't come from any single session. It comes from five days in a row built around getting better.
Curriculum
What Players Learn at Our Youth Soccer Residential Camp NJ
Our overnight soccer camp in NJ follows the four MDS pillars: first touch, ball mastery, decision making and game understanding. Every session has a clear goal, and coaches give each player feedback all week.
Technical Foundations
Ball mastery, passing combinations, first touch, turning and dribbling under pressure. Players repeat core techniques at game speed so the skills carry into games.
Tactical Understanding
Shape, positioning, movement off the ball, pressing triggers and transitions. Sessions use real game situations so players understand the why behind every decision.
Position-Specific Coaching
Sessions for forwards, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers, so each player gets coaching for their own role on the team.
Competitive Application
Every idea gets tested in live games. Evening small-sided games and tournaments let players use the day's work under real pressure.
Mental Resilience
Living away from home, getting used to new teammates and playing somewhere new all build mental strength. Players learn to focus, manage themselves and compete with confidence.
Recovery and Professionalism
Players learn how professional athletes handle rest, hydration and preparation between sessions. Team meetings and evening reviews build the habits of serious players early.
Daily Structure
What a Typical Day Looks Like at Our Residential Soccer Camp
Morning
Technical Training Session
Ball mastery, passing patterns and individual skill work with professional MDS coaches. Groups are set by age and ability, so every player is challenged at the right level.
Late Morning
Small Group Tactical Work
Sessions on team shape: positioning, movement off the ball and decision making in real game situations.
Afternoon
Position-Specific Training & Competitions
Focused work for forwards, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers, followed by structured games.
Evening
Small-Sided Games & Tournaments
Evening games are a big part of residential camp. Players put the day's work to the test in competitive games.
Night
Team Meetings & Recovery
Coaches review the day, players think about what they learned, and the group gets ready for tomorrow.
The Venue
Two campuses, one camp
The MDS Residential Camp in New Jersey runs at two campuses in 2027: Georgian Court University in Lakewood (Ocean County) and Blair Academy in Blairstown (Warren County). At both, fields, dorms and dining are on one campus, so the week stays focused on soccer.
On-Campus Dorm Accommodation
Players stay in air-conditioned twin rooms on campus, at Georgian Court University in Lakewood or Blair Academy in Blairstown. Living on campus means no commuting, so players are fully immersed in camp.
University Dining Hall
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served buffet-style in the campus dining hall, catering to all dietary needs. All meals are included in the camp fee.
Campus Training Fields
Training takes place on the campus fields, right next to where players live and eat.
Full Campus Environment
Players get the full university campus: common areas, open spaces and a structured week that feels like a serious training program.
Player Profile
Who This Residential Soccer Camp Is For
The MDS Residential Camp in New Jersey is open to committed youth players from all clubs. These are the players who get the most out of it.
Players who want a more serious environment
For players who have outgrown rec training and want to see what a full-time soccer camp is like: several sessions a day, structured coaching and real competition.
Players preparing for travel, academy, or high school soccer
A week at residential camp is good preparation for players aiming for a travel team, a regional academy or a competitive high school program.
Players who enjoy training multiple times per day
Overnight camp suits players who are hungry to improve. If your player wants more than one session a week, this week will challenge them.
Players who want to experience residential soccer training
Many players have never lived and trained with teammates for five days. Sleepaway camp builds independence, social confidence and a deeper love of the game.
New Jersey
Residential Soccer Camps in New Jersey
Most soccer camps in New Jersey are day camps: players arrive in the morning and go home each evening. Day camps have value, but they can't match the full-day, live-in setting of an overnight soccer camp.
The MDS Residential Camp is a full overnight camp on a university campus. Players stay in dorm rooms at Georgian Court University in Lakewood or Blair Academy in Blairstown, train on the campus fields, eat in the dining hall and spend five days focused on soccer, away from the distractions of a normal week at home.
If you're looking for residential soccer camps in New Jersey, check whether a "sleepaway" camp is truly built around living on site. The MDS camp is: the accommodation, meals and full-day structure are central to how it works, not an add-on.
If your player is serious about improving and you want an overnight soccer camp in New Jersey with professional coaching, a university venue and a structured day, the MDS Residential Camp was built for exactly that. It's open to players from all clubs across New Jersey and the tri-state area. Summer 2027 registration is open now, with early bird pricing until January 31.
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